Jomolhari Base Camp Trek
Challenging trek to the base of sacred Mt. Jomolhari
📍Bhutan
📅April-June, September-October
👥2-8 people
🕐11 Days / 10 Nights
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Detailed Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Paro
Arrive in Paro, meet team. Acclimatization walk around Paro valley. Gear check and trek briefing. Evening at hotel.
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Meals
Dinner
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Stay
3-star hotel in Paro
Day
2
Acclimatization - Tiger's Nest Hike
Acclimatization hike to Taktsang Monastery (3,120m). Important preparation for high altitude. Return to Paro for final preparations.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
3-star hotel in Paro
Day
3
Drive to Shana - Trek to Soi Thangthangka
Drive to Drugyal Dzong then Shana (2,820m). Trek 5 hours to Soi Thangthangka (3,610m) through forests along Paro Chhu river.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
4
Soi Thangthangka to Jangothang
Trek 6-7 hours to Jangothang (4,040m), the Jomolhari base camp. Stunning views of Mt. Jomolhari and Jichu Drake. High altitude camping.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping at base camp
Day
5
Acclimatization Day at Jangothang
Rest day for acclimatization. Optional day hike to higher viewpoints. Explore base camp area. Photography opportunities. Interact with yak herders.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping at base camp
Day
6
Jangothang to Lingshi
Trek 7-8 hours crossing Nyile La pass (4,870m). Descend to Lingshi (4,010m). Views of Lingshi Dzong. Challenging high pass day.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping near Lingshi
Day
7
Lingshi to Shodu
Trek 8 hours to Shodu (4,080m). Pass through yak herder settlements. Spectacular mountain scenery continues. Long but rewarding day.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
8
Shodu to Barshong
Trek 7 hours crossing Jare La pass (4,750m). Descend to Barshong (3,600m). Views of Tsheri Gang and Gangchenta peaks.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
9
Barshong to Dolam Kencho
Trek 5-6 hours descending through rhododendron forests to Dolam Kencho (3,300m). Gentler day after high passes.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Camping
Day
10
Dolam Kencho to Gasa - Hot Springs
Trek 4 hours to Gasa (2,770m). Visit Gasa Dzong. Relax in natural hot springs - perfect end to trek! Drive or stay in Gasa.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Stay
Lodge in Gasa or camping
Day
11
Gasa to Thimphu - Departure
Drive to Thimphu (6-7 hours). Trek celebration lunch. Transfer to Paro airport for evening departure or add extra night.
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Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
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Stay
N/A or optional hotel
Highlights
- Mt. Jomolhari (7,326m) close-up views
- Natural hot springs at Gasa
- Nomadic yak herder camps
- High passes above 4,000m
- Remote mountain villages
- Pristine wilderness and wildlife
Package Overview
The Jomolhari Trek is one of Bhutan's most spectacular high-altitude treks, taking you to the base of sacred Mt. Jomolhari (7,326m). This challenging trek offers breathtaking mountain scenery, encounters with nomadic herders, natural hot springs, and crossing high passes above 4,000m. Experience the raw beauty of the Bhutanese Himalayas.